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Mexican columbine, Aquilegia skinneri
Mexican columbine, Aquilegia skinneri. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe, Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l Europe, Ghent, Belgium, 1845
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Aquilegia Columbine Flore Hothouses Houtte Jardins Lemaire Leurope Mexican Serres Skinners Skinneri
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Breathtakingly beautiful, our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse feature exquisite hand-colored lithographs of the Mexican Columbine, Aquilegia skinneri. Originally published in Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires' "Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe," this rare and captivating image showcases the vibrant colors and intricate details of this enchanting flower. Add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisite hand-colored lithograph depicts the Mexican columbine, Aquilegia skinneri, a stunning and rare beauty from the rich botanical diversity of Mexico. The image is taken from the renowned horticultural publication "Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe," produced by Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire in Ghent, Belgium, in 1845. Aquilegia skinneri, also known as Skinner's columbine, is a native plant of Mexico, specifically found in the states of Veracruz and Oaxaca. This columbine is characterized by its vibrant, richly colored flowers that bloom in various shades of red, pink, and purple, with distinctive blue-black markings. The plant grows to a height of around 30-60 cm and thrives in shady, humid environments. The intricate details of the Mexican columbine's petals, sepals, and anthers are beautifully captured in this lithograph, showcasing the exceptional artistry of the illustrators of the time. The delicate veining and textures of the leaves are also faithfully rendered, providing a lifelike representation of the plant. The Mexican columbine was a prized addition to the European hothouses and gardens of the 19th century, and this lithograph would have been an essential reference for horticulturists and botanists seeking to cultivate this exotic beauty in their own collections. Today, it remains an inspiration for gardeners and botanical enthusiasts, a testament to the rich cultural exchange of knowledge and appreciation for the natural world that occurred during this period.
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